property overview

From its location at one of the highest points of Barcelona, high atop Mount Tibiabo, the Gran Hotel La Florida offers sweeping views of Barcelona and the Mediterranean. Like its location, the hotel’s history is dramatic. It was built in 1925 by prestigious Noucentista architect Ramon Raventos, but closed during the Civil War and was converted into a military hospital in 1939. Reborn as a luxury property in the 1950’s, La Florida was restored combining traditional and avant-garde styles, both inside and out. The setting is perfect for romantics who appreciate the spaciously elegant rooms, lovely restaurant L’Orangerie, serving Catalan fare, and one of the city’s sexiest pools. This is the ultimate getaway to combine easy access to buzzing Barcelona and tranquil relaxation after sightseeing.
View Event Venues Information

Why Leaders Club?

Awards & Accolades

January 2007The Sunday TimesBest European Hotel 2007

We Recommend

Best Cocktail with a View

Carpe Diem Lounge Club

This lounge offers high-quality, creative cocktails along with a great ambience and a nice view of the beach. After 11pm, it becomes a dance club. Paseo Marítimo de la Barceloneta 32, (34-932) 24-04-70; www.cdlcbarcelona.com.

Top Architecture Find

Casa Batlló

Built between 1904 and 1906, Gaudi created one of Spain's most impressive buildings, made out of different kinds of stone and glass that dazzle guests with the designer's creativity. Passeig de Gracia, 43; (34-93) 216-0306; www.casabatllo.es.

Reading Suggestion

"Cathedral of the Sea" by Ildefonso Falcones

The Spanish author’s novel elaborates on life in Barcelona in the 14th century, describing how the Cathedral of the Sea was constructed and its importance.

What to Buy

Gaudì dragons

These mosaics are made out of colorful tiles and remind of the embellishments of Gaudì's architectural work. You can find them in many souvenir shops.

Best Cultural Secret

Get Lost

The best way to know Barcelona is by getting lost. Just be sure to take a map with you and try to find the Raval, the Borne and the Gothic neighborhood. Don’t worry: people are always willing to help you with directions.

Best One-Stop Shop

Kukuxumusu

If you are looking for very unique, fun souvenirs, this is the shop to find it. Passeig de Gràcia, 51-55; (+34-93) 487-2238.

Best Activity/Excursion

Montserrat Monastery.

Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary of Montserrat is an ancient monastery surrounded by mountains and nature. It’s a calm retreat from the busy city. (+34-93) 877-7777.

Best Newcomer

Plaza Las Arenas

This new mall was built on what used to be a bullring ad its original façade has been maintained; there are magnificent fountains at night. Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes; (+34-373) 385 08015 // 93 289 02 44;
www.arenasdebarcelona.com.

Best View

Templo del Sagrado Corazon, Tibidabo Church

Located on the Tibidabo Mountain, the highest point of the city, this church has views of all of Barcelona. Carretera de Vallvidrera al Tibidabo, 110; (34-934) 175-686; www.templotibidabo.info.

Best Restaurant Classic

Via Veneto

This classic Catalan restaurant specializes in cuisine from the region, and the chefs are always trying to innovate. Dalí used to have dinner here for years. Ganduxer 10; (34-93) 200-7244; www.viavenetorestaurant.com.